What are coral reefs? Coral can be found in tropical ocean waters around the world. But how much do you know about reefs and the tiny animals—polyps—that build them? Learn all about coral and why warming waters threaten the future of the reef ecosystem.
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published:07 Nov 2017

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A few years ago I was stung by the "Diving" virus. I quickly became an instructor and over time I was able to accumulate more than 6000 dives mainly in Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines and Malaysia. During these dives, I noticed how fragile the ecosystems are. I came up with the idea of ​​filming everything I could for fear of not seeing it again one day. Of course I could not take my camera for each of these dives but I do it whenever I have the opportunity. Today I was able to identify and film in full HD 500 different underwater species. This documentary of 60 minutes retraces these different species with the scientific description and the Latin name of each species. My goal is to show the world how precious the oceans are and full of life that unfortunately the humanity is likely to endanger ... We sometimes forget that the oceans provide us with more than 60% of the oxygen we we need to live. Half of the photosynthesis and removal of carbon dioxide takes place in the oceans. Marine species play a key role in this regulation. It is therefore important to identify and protect them. Unfortunately for humans, this protection is not a priority. On the contrary, the human pressures on the oceans are increasing every day, the impact is irreversible! Through this documentary, I hope to be able to arouse interest on the various underwater species and their protection. I also say to myself that if our future generations also want to be able to contemplate the beauty of our planet, we have to act quickly! If we continue like this, our grandchildren will not even see a quarter of what you see in this documentary.
I would especially like to thank my gaming partner and my BuddyElisa Hassoun Romero as well as laurent Minsart for some macro shots in Lembeh, Indonesia. SpecialBig Up to all those who participated by loan or by far at this documentary, DiveGuide Local BoatCaptain, Local Cooks, Taxi Driver, etc ...
Pierre Bijloos
PANO4LIFE
Koh Tao, Thailand
More Info
IG: PANO4LIFE

Seminar title: Caribbean reef ecosystem decline: changing dynamics of coral reef carbonate production and implications for future reef growth potential
Seminar type: CoralCoE seminar series
Presented by: Chris PerryDate: Tuesday 8th of July 2014
Abstract:
Global-scale deteriorations in coral reef health have caused major shifts in species composition and are likely to be exacerbated by climate change. It has been suggested that one effect of these observed and projected ecological changes will be lower carbonate production rates on coral reefs, which will impair reef growth potential, compromise their ecosystem functions, and ultimately lead to states of net reef erosion. However, quantitative data to support such assertions are limited, and linkages between the ecological state of reefs and their past and present geomorphic performance (in other words their growth potential) are unresolved. Using measures of gross and net carbonate production and erosion from 22 Caribbean coral reefs, we have recently shown that contemporary carbonate production rates are now substantially below those calculated for pre-disturbance and ‘healthy’ Caribbean reefs. On average, current production rates are less than 50% of pre-disturbance rates, and calculated accretion rates (mm yr-1) are also an order of magnitude lower within shallow water habitats compared to Holocene averages. A live coral cover threshold of around 10% is identified that is critical to maintaining positive production states. Below this ecological threshold many carbonate budgets become net negative and reef accretion stalls. Collectively, these data suggest that recent ecological declines are now propagating through the system to impact on the geomorphic performance of Caribbean reefs and will impair their future growth potential. However, an important constraint on more widespread reef structural decline can be identified in the form of significantly reduced abundances of reef eroding taxa and this, to some extent, is offsetting more dramatic impacts of coral cover loss. Overall, however, most Caribbean reefs appear to have vastly reduced capacity to keep up with rising sea levels, and thus those ecosystem functions most dependent on reef structures remain threatened.
Bio:
Chris Perry is a Professor in Physical Geography and Director of Research for Geography at the University of Exeter, UK. He is a coral reef geoscientist whose research is focused on improving understanding of the response of coral reefs and reef islands to environmental and climatic change. Key areas of current research are aimed at improving understanding of rates and styles of coral reef growth, with a specific focus on terrestrial sediment-influenced nearshore environments; on better understanding the timing of reef island development and on the sedimentary links between reefs and reef islands; and on quantifying rates of coral reef and marine carbonate production.

A Look at the LivingOceanFoundation's UnderwaterSurvey Methods
Using the M/YGoldenShadow as a research platform, research scientists implement standardized protocols to map, characterize, and evaluate coral reefs. The research involves comparing coral reefs across gradients of biodiversity, oceanographic conditions and human pressures to determine their status and major threats, and to identify key factors that enhance their health and resilience.
The LivingOceans Foundation looks at three main components when characterizing the health of a reef:
• We look at the fish (Fish Census);
• We look at what's on the bottom—that includes corals and other things (Benthic Survey); and
• We look at the corals (Belt Transect).
By learning how to conduct these types of surveys, you can make your own observations about aquatic resources near you. You may not live near a coral reef, but you can still use these methods to measure other important plants and animals that exist in habitats close to your home or school.

Coral reef

Coral reefs are diverse underwater ecosystems held together by calcium carbonate structures secreted by corals. Coral reefs are built by colonies of tiny animals found in marine waters that contain few nutrients. Most coral reefs are built from stony corals, which in turn consist of polyps that cluster in groups. The polyps belong to a group of animals known as Cnidaria, which also includes sea anemones and jellyfish. Unlike sea anemones, corals secrete hard carbonate exoskeletons which support and protect the coral polyps. Most reefs grow best in warm, shallow, clear, sunny and agitated waters.

Often called "rainforests of the sea", shallow coral reefs form some of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth. They occupy less than 0.1% of the world's ocean surface, about half the area of France, yet they provide a home for at least 25% of all marine species, including fish, mollusks, worms, crustaceans, echinoderms, sponges, tunicates and other cnidarians.Paradoxically, coral reefs flourish even though they are surrounded by ocean waters that provide few nutrients. They are most commonly found at shallow depths in tropical waters, but deep water and cold water corals also exist on smaller scales in other areas.

Personal life

Stark was born in New York City and graduated from Cleveland High School in Reseda, California, in 1972. While there, in addition to playing football he won leading roles in the theater arts department, portraying John in Dark of the Moon, Sky Masterson in Guys and Dolls, Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof, and, in an award-winning Shakespeare Festival scene, the title role in Othello.

Don Stark's father, Alan Stark (1924-2008), was of German-Jewish descent and an actor, and Don Stark's mother, an "Italian-Catholic" woman, Debra Antorelli (1926-1993), was an actress who "appeared on Broadway."

Career

Marine biology

Marine biology is the scientific study of organisms in the ocean or other marine bodies of water. Given that in biology many phyla, families and genera have some species that live in the sea and others that live on land, marine biology classifies species based on the environment rather than on taxonomy. Marine biology differs from marine ecology as marine ecology is focused on how organisms interact with each other and the environment, while biology is the study of the organisms themselves.

A large proportion of all life on Earth lives in the ocean. Exactly how large the proportion is unknown, since many ocean species are still to be discovered. The ocean is a complex three-dimensional world covering approximately 71% of the Earth's surface. The habitats studied in marine biology include everything from the tiny layers of surface water in which organisms and abiotic items may be trapped in surface tension between the ocean and atmosphere, to the depths of the oceanic trenches, sometimes 10,000 meters or more beneath the surface of the ocean. Specific habitats include coral reefs, kelp forests, seagrass meadows, the surrounds of seamounts and thermal vents, tidepools, muddy, sandy and rocky bottoms, and the open ocean (pelagic) zone, where solid objects are rare and the surface of the water is the only visible boundary. The organisms studied range from microscopic phytoplankton and zooplankton to huge cetaceans (whales) 30 meters (98 feet) in length.

National Geographic (magazine)

National Geographic, formerly The National Geographic Magazine, is the official magazine of the National Geographic Society. It has been published continuously since its first issue in 1888, nine months after the Society itself was founded. It primarily contains articles about geography, history, and world culture. The magazine is known for its thick square-bound glossy format with a yellow rectangular border and its extensive use of dramatic photographs.

The magazine is published monthly, and additional map supplements are also included with subscriptions. It is available in a traditional printed edition and through an interactive online edition. On occasion, special editions of the magazine are issued.

As of 2015, the magazine is circulated worldwide in nearly 40 local-language editions and had a global circulation of 6.8 million per month. Its U.S. circulation is around 3.5 million per month.

CSI: Miami (season 4)

The fourth season of CSI: Miami premiered on CBS on September 19, 2005 and ended May 22, 2006. The series stars David Caruso and Emily Procter.

Description

With a mole in their midst, Horatio and Calleigh head a team of elite Crime Scene Investigators as they enter their most challenging season yet. Under the roof of a state-of-the-art redesigned crime lab, the dynamic duo investigate a series of crimes including a night-club murder, the death of a pool boy, a cold case rape, and a murder with a double-jeopardy clause, all whilst under the scrutiny of an anonymous mole, and facing a series of cases that threaten the team. With Alexx accused of murdering a child molester, Horatio accused of murdering an innocent woman, Wolfe facing the loss of his eye, and Mac Taylor joining the team when a prisoner transfer goes awry, it's ultimately Delko that faces the greatest loss, when his sister is gunned down by the Mala Noche gang in an attack that will begin a narrative that will recur throughout the next several seasons.

Coral Reefs 101 | National Geographic

What are coral reefs? Coral can be found in tropical ocean waters around the world. But how much do you know about reefs and the tiny animals—polyps—that build them? Learn all about coral and why warming waters threaten the future of the reef ecosystem.
➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe
About National Geographic:
National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible.
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Coral Reefs101 | National Geographic
https://youtu.be/ZiULxLLP32s
National Geographic
https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

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Exploring the Coral Reef: Learn about Oceans for Kids - FreeSchool

Exploring the Coral Reef: Learn about Oceans for Kids - FreeSchool

Exploring the Coral Reef: Learn about Oceans for Kids - FreeSchool

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Come learn about the amazing creatures that inhabit the coral reefs and how to protect them! We'll see sharks and sea turtles, parrotfish, eels, octopus, clownfish, anemone and more in this fun, kid-friendly adventure full of facts about the coral reef. FreeSchool is great for kids!
Have you ever wondered what coral is made of? Or where the sand on the beach comes from? Why don't clownfish get stung when they go in the sea anemone? Come find out!
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And our NEW channel for little ones, FreeSchool EarlyBirds!
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Music: Jaunty Gumption, Music for Manatees, SneakySnitch, Call to Adventure, The Other Side of the Door, Hidden Agenda - Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

52:31

500 + Fish Identification Documentary by Pano4life

500 + Fish Identification Documentary by Pano4life

500 + Fish Identification Documentary by Pano4life

A few years ago I was stung by the "Diving" virus. I quickly became an instructor and over time I was able to accumulate more than 6000 dives mainly in Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines and Malaysia. During these dives, I noticed how fragile the ecosystems are. I came up with the idea of ​​filming everything I could for fear of not seeing it again one day. Of course I could not take my camera for each of these dives but I do it whenever I have the opportunity. Today I was able to identify and film in full HD 500 different underwater species. This documentary of 60 minutes retraces these different species with the scientific description and the Latin name of each species. My goal is to show the world how precious the oceans are and full of life that unfortunately the humanity is likely to endanger ... We sometimes forget that the oceans provide us with more than 60% of the oxygen we we need to live. Half of the photosynthesis and removal of carbon dioxide takes place in the oceans. Marine species play a key role in this regulation. It is therefore important to identify and protect them. Unfortunately for humans, this protection is not a priority. On the contrary, the human pressures on the oceans are increasing every day, the impact is irreversible! Through this documentary, I hope to be able to arouse interest on the various underwater species and their protection. I also say to myself that if our future generations also want to be able to contemplate the beauty of our planet, we have to act quickly! If we continue like this, our grandchildren will not even see a quarter of what you see in this documentary.
I would especially like to thank my gaming partner and my BuddyElisa Hassoun Romero as well as laurent Minsart for some macro shots in Lembeh, Indonesia. SpecialBig Up to all those who participated by loan or by far at this documentary, DiveGuide Local BoatCaptain, Local Cooks, Taxi Driver, etc ...
Pierre Bijloos
PANO4LIFE
Koh Tao, Thailand
More Info
IG: PANO4LIFE

Seminar title: Caribbean reef ecosystem decline: changing dynamics of coral reef carbonate production and implications for future reef growth potential
Seminar type: CoralCoE seminar series
Presented by: Chris PerryDate: Tuesday 8th of July 2014
Abstract:
Global-scale deteriorations in coral reef health have caused major shifts in species composition and are likely to be exacerbated by climate change. It has been suggested that one effect of these observed and projected ecological changes will be lower carbonate production rates on coral reefs, which will impair reef growth potential, compromise their ecosystem functions, and ultimately lead to states of net reef erosion. However, quantitative data to support such assertions are limited, and linkages between the ecological state of reefs and their past and present geomorphic performance (in other words their growth potential) are unresolved. Using measures of gross and net carbonate production and erosion from 22 Caribbean coral reefs, we have recently shown that contemporary carbonate production rates are now substantially below those calculated for pre-disturbance and ‘healthy’ Caribbean reefs. On average, current production rates are less than 50% of pre-disturbance rates, and calculated accretion rates (mm yr-1) are also an order of magnitude lower within shallow water habitats compared to Holocene averages. A live coral cover threshold of around 10% is identified that is critical to maintaining positive production states. Below this ecological threshold many carbonate budgets become net negative and reef accretion stalls. Collectively, these data suggest that recent ecological declines are now propagating through the system to impact on the geomorphic performance of Caribbean reefs and will impair their future growth potential. However, an important constraint on more widespread reef structural decline can be identified in the form of significantly reduced abundances of reef eroding taxa and this, to some extent, is offsetting more dramatic impacts of coral cover loss. Overall, however, most Caribbean reefs appear to have vastly reduced capacity to keep up with rising sea levels, and thus those ecosystem functions most dependent on reef structures remain threatened.
Bio:
Chris Perry is a Professor in Physical Geography and Director of Research for Geography at the University of Exeter, UK. He is a coral reef geoscientist whose research is focused on improving understanding of the response of coral reefs and reef islands to environmental and climatic change. Key areas of current research are aimed at improving understanding of rates and styles of coral reef growth, with a specific focus on terrestrial sediment-influenced nearshore environments; on better understanding the timing of reef island development and on the sedimentary links between reefs and reef islands; and on quantifying rates of coral reef and marine carbonate production.

How to Conduct a Coral Reef Survey

A Look at the LivingOceanFoundation's UnderwaterSurvey Methods
Using the M/YGoldenShadow as a research platform, research scientists implement standardized protocols to map, characterize, and evaluate coral reefs. The research involves comparing coral reefs across gradients of biodiversity, oceanographic conditions and human pressures to determine their status and major threats, and to identify key factors that enhance their health and resilience.
The LivingOceans Foundation looks at three main components when characterizing the health of a reef:
• We look at the fish (Fish Census);
• We look at what's on the bottom—that includes corals and other things (Benthic Survey); and
• We look at the corals (Belt Transect).
By learning how to conduct these types of surveys, you can make your own observations about aquatic resources near you. You may not live near a coral reef, but you can still use these methods to measure other important plants and animals that exist in habitats close to your home or school.

Identifying the sponge signature on coral reefs

Sponges can filter most of the water on coral reefs. Cara Fiore wants to find out how sponges influence the water chemistry on coral reefs, and how the bacteria that live inside sponges affect this chemistry. This film was created for Cara's crowd-funded project at Experiment.com
https://experiment.com/projects/how-do-sponges-influence-the-availability-of-nutrients-on-coral-reefs

Snorkeling Reef-EcoSystem Reefs

Coral Reefs 101 | National Geographic

What are coral reefs? Coral can be found in tropical ocean waters around the world. But how much do you know about reefs and the tiny animals—polyps—that build them? Learn all about coral and why warming waters threaten the future of the reef ecosystem.
➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe
About National Geographic:
National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible.
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Coral Reefs101 | Nat...

published: 07 Nov 2017

Exploring the Coral Reef: Learn about Oceans for Kids - FreeSchool

https://patreon.com/freeschool - Help support more content like this!
Come learn about the amazing creatures that inhabit the coral reefs and how to protect them! We'll see sharks and sea turtles, parrotfish, eels, octopus, clownfish, anemone and more in this fun, kid-friendly adventure full of facts about the coral reef. FreeSchool is great for kids!
Have you ever wondered what coral is made of? Or where the sand on the beach comes from? Why don't clownfish get stung when they go in the sea anemone? Come find out!
Subscribe to FreeSchool: https://www.youtube.com/user/watchfreeschool?sub_confirmation=1
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Check our our companion channel, FreeSchool Mom! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTcEtHRQhqiCZIIb77LyDmA
And our NEW chan...

published: 26 Jan 2015

500 + Fish Identification Documentary by Pano4life

A few years ago I was stung by the "Diving" virus. I quickly became an instructor and over time I was able to accumulate more than 6000 dives mainly in Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines and Malaysia. During these dives, I noticed how fragile the ecosystems are. I came up with the idea of ​​filming everything I could for fear of not seeing it again one day. Of course I could not take my camera for each of these dives but I do it whenever I have the opportunity. Today I was able to identify and film in full HD 500 different underwater species. This documentary of 60 minutes retraces these different species with the scientific description and the Latin name of each species. My goal is to show the world how precious the oceans are and full of life that unfortunately the humanity is likely to en...

Seminar title: Caribbean reef ecosystem decline: changing dynamics of coral reef carbonate production and implications for future reef growth potential
Seminar type: CoralCoE seminar series
Presented by: Chris PerryDate: Tuesday 8th of July 2014
Abstract:
Global-scale deteriorations in coral reef health have caused major shifts in species composition and are likely to be exacerbated by climate change. It has been suggested that one effect of these observed and projected ecological changes will be lower carbonate production rates on coral reefs, which will impair reef growth potential, compromise their ecosystem functions, and ultimately lead to states of net reef erosion. However, quantitative data to support such assertions are limited, and linkages between the ecological state of reefs...

How to Conduct a Coral Reef Survey

A Look at the LivingOceanFoundation's UnderwaterSurvey Methods
Using the M/YGoldenShadow as a research platform, research scientists implement standardized protocols to map, characterize, and evaluate coral reefs. The research involves comparing coral reefs across gradients of biodiversity, oceanographic conditions and human pressures to determine their status and major threats, and to identify key factors that enhance their health and resilience.
The LivingOceans Foundation looks at three main components when characterizing the health of a reef:
• We look at the fish (Fish Census);
• We look at what's on the bottom—that includes corals and other things (Benthic Survey); and
• We look at the corals (Belt Transect).
By learning how to conduct these types of surveys, you can make yo...

Identifying the sponge signature on coral reefs

Sponges can filter most of the water on coral reefs. Cara Fiore wants to find out how sponges influence the water chemistry on coral reefs, and how the bacteria that live inside sponges affect this chemistry. This film was created for Cara's crowd-funded project at Experiment.com
https://experiment.com/projects/how-do-sponges-influence-the-availability-of-nutrients-on-coral-reefs

Snorkeling Reef-EcoSystem Reefs

Coral Reefs 101 | National Geographic

What are coral reefs? Coral can be found in tropical ocean waters around the world. But how much do you know about reefs and the tiny animals—polyps—that build ...

What are coral reefs? Coral can be found in tropical ocean waters around the world. But how much do you know about reefs and the tiny animals—polyps—that build them? Learn all about coral and why warming waters threaten the future of the reef ecosystem.
➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe
About National Geographic:
National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible.
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Coral Reefs101 | National Geographic
https://youtu.be/ZiULxLLP32s
National Geographic
https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

What are coral reefs? Coral can be found in tropical ocean waters around the world. But how much do you know about reefs and the tiny animals—polyps—that build them? Learn all about coral and why warming waters threaten the future of the reef ecosystem.
➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe
About National Geographic:
National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible.
Get More National Geographic:
OfficialSite: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite
Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo
Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter
Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta
Coral Reefs101 | National Geographic
https://youtu.be/ZiULxLLP32s
National Geographic
https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

Exploring the Coral Reef: Learn about Oceans for Kids - FreeSchool

https://patreon.com/freeschool - Help support more content like this!
Come learn about the amazing creatures that inhabit the coral reefs and how to protect the...

https://patreon.com/freeschool - Help support more content like this!
Come learn about the amazing creatures that inhabit the coral reefs and how to protect them! We'll see sharks and sea turtles, parrotfish, eels, octopus, clownfish, anemone and more in this fun, kid-friendly adventure full of facts about the coral reef. FreeSchool is great for kids!
Have you ever wondered what coral is made of? Or where the sand on the beach comes from? Why don't clownfish get stung when they go in the sea anemone? Come find out!
Subscribe to FreeSchool: https://www.youtube.com/user/watchfreeschool?sub_confirmation=1
Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/watchFreeSchool
Check our our companion channel, FreeSchool Mom! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTcEtHRQhqiCZIIb77LyDmA
And our NEW channel for little ones, FreeSchool EarlyBirds!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3OV62x86XHwaqsxLsuy8dA
Music: Jaunty Gumption, Music for Manatees, SneakySnitch, Call to Adventure, The Other Side of the Door, Hidden Agenda - Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

https://patreon.com/freeschool - Help support more content like this!
Come learn about the amazing creatures that inhabit the coral reefs and how to protect them! We'll see sharks and sea turtles, parrotfish, eels, octopus, clownfish, anemone and more in this fun, kid-friendly adventure full of facts about the coral reef. FreeSchool is great for kids!
Have you ever wondered what coral is made of? Or where the sand on the beach comes from? Why don't clownfish get stung when they go in the sea anemone? Come find out!
Subscribe to FreeSchool: https://www.youtube.com/user/watchfreeschool?sub_confirmation=1
Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/watchFreeSchool
Check our our companion channel, FreeSchool Mom! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTcEtHRQhqiCZIIb77LyDmA
And our NEW channel for little ones, FreeSchool EarlyBirds!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3OV62x86XHwaqsxLsuy8dA
Music: Jaunty Gumption, Music for Manatees, SneakySnitch, Call to Adventure, The Other Side of the Door, Hidden Agenda - Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

500 + Fish Identification Documentary by Pano4life

A few years ago I was stung by the "Diving" virus. I quickly became an instructor and over time I was able to accumulate more than 6000 dives mainly in Thailand...

A few years ago I was stung by the "Diving" virus. I quickly became an instructor and over time I was able to accumulate more than 6000 dives mainly in Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines and Malaysia. During these dives, I noticed how fragile the ecosystems are. I came up with the idea of ​​filming everything I could for fear of not seeing it again one day. Of course I could not take my camera for each of these dives but I do it whenever I have the opportunity. Today I was able to identify and film in full HD 500 different underwater species. This documentary of 60 minutes retraces these different species with the scientific description and the Latin name of each species. My goal is to show the world how precious the oceans are and full of life that unfortunately the humanity is likely to endanger ... We sometimes forget that the oceans provide us with more than 60% of the oxygen we we need to live. Half of the photosynthesis and removal of carbon dioxide takes place in the oceans. Marine species play a key role in this regulation. It is therefore important to identify and protect them. Unfortunately for humans, this protection is not a priority. On the contrary, the human pressures on the oceans are increasing every day, the impact is irreversible! Through this documentary, I hope to be able to arouse interest on the various underwater species and their protection. I also say to myself that if our future generations also want to be able to contemplate the beauty of our planet, we have to act quickly! If we continue like this, our grandchildren will not even see a quarter of what you see in this documentary.
I would especially like to thank my gaming partner and my BuddyElisa Hassoun Romero as well as laurent Minsart for some macro shots in Lembeh, Indonesia. SpecialBig Up to all those who participated by loan or by far at this documentary, DiveGuide Local BoatCaptain, Local Cooks, Taxi Driver, etc ...
Pierre Bijloos
PANO4LIFE
Koh Tao, Thailand
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IG: PANO4LIFE

A few years ago I was stung by the "Diving" virus. I quickly became an instructor and over time I was able to accumulate more than 6000 dives mainly in Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines and Malaysia. During these dives, I noticed how fragile the ecosystems are. I came up with the idea of ​​filming everything I could for fear of not seeing it again one day. Of course I could not take my camera for each of these dives but I do it whenever I have the opportunity. Today I was able to identify and film in full HD 500 different underwater species. This documentary of 60 minutes retraces these different species with the scientific description and the Latin name of each species. My goal is to show the world how precious the oceans are and full of life that unfortunately the humanity is likely to endanger ... We sometimes forget that the oceans provide us with more than 60% of the oxygen we we need to live. Half of the photosynthesis and removal of carbon dioxide takes place in the oceans. Marine species play a key role in this regulation. It is therefore important to identify and protect them. Unfortunately for humans, this protection is not a priority. On the contrary, the human pressures on the oceans are increasing every day, the impact is irreversible! Through this documentary, I hope to be able to arouse interest on the various underwater species and their protection. I also say to myself that if our future generations also want to be able to contemplate the beauty of our planet, we have to act quickly! If we continue like this, our grandchildren will not even see a quarter of what you see in this documentary.
I would especially like to thank my gaming partner and my BuddyElisa Hassoun Romero as well as laurent Minsart for some macro shots in Lembeh, Indonesia. SpecialBig Up to all those who participated by loan or by far at this documentary, DiveGuide Local BoatCaptain, Local Cooks, Taxi Driver, etc ...
Pierre Bijloos
PANO4LIFE
Koh Tao, Thailand
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Seminar title: Caribbean reef ecosystem decline: changing dynamics of coral reef carbonate production and implications for future reef growth potential
Seminar type: CoralCoE seminar series
Presented by: Chris PerryDate: Tuesday 8th of July 2014
Abstract:
Global-scale deteriorations in coral reef health have caused major shifts in species composition and are likely to be exacerbated by climate change. It has been suggested that one effect of these observed and projected ecological changes will be lower carbonate production rates on coral reefs, which will impair reef growth potential, compromise their ecosystem functions, and ultimately lead to states of net reef erosion. However, quantitative data to support such assertions are limited, and linkages between the ecological state of reefs and their past and present geomorphic performance (in other words their growth potential) are unresolved. Using measures of gross and net carbonate production and erosion from 22 Caribbean coral reefs, we have recently shown that contemporary carbonate production rates are now substantially below those calculated for pre-disturbance and ‘healthy’ Caribbean reefs. On average, current production rates are less than 50% of pre-disturbance rates, and calculated accretion rates (mm yr-1) are also an order of magnitude lower within shallow water habitats compared to Holocene averages. A live coral cover threshold of around 10% is identified that is critical to maintaining positive production states. Below this ecological threshold many carbonate budgets become net negative and reef accretion stalls. Collectively, these data suggest that recent ecological declines are now propagating through the system to impact on the geomorphic performance of Caribbean reefs and will impair their future growth potential. However, an important constraint on more widespread reef structural decline can be identified in the form of significantly reduced abundances of reef eroding taxa and this, to some extent, is offsetting more dramatic impacts of coral cover loss. Overall, however, most Caribbean reefs appear to have vastly reduced capacity to keep up with rising sea levels, and thus those ecosystem functions most dependent on reef structures remain threatened.
Bio:
Chris Perry is a Professor in Physical Geography and Director of Research for Geography at the University of Exeter, UK. He is a coral reef geoscientist whose research is focused on improving understanding of the response of coral reefs and reef islands to environmental and climatic change. Key areas of current research are aimed at improving understanding of rates and styles of coral reef growth, with a specific focus on terrestrial sediment-influenced nearshore environments; on better understanding the timing of reef island development and on the sedimentary links between reefs and reef islands; and on quantifying rates of coral reef and marine carbonate production.

Seminar title: Caribbean reef ecosystem decline: changing dynamics of coral reef carbonate production and implications for future reef growth potential
Seminar type: CoralCoE seminar series
Presented by: Chris PerryDate: Tuesday 8th of July 2014
Abstract:
Global-scale deteriorations in coral reef health have caused major shifts in species composition and are likely to be exacerbated by climate change. It has been suggested that one effect of these observed and projected ecological changes will be lower carbonate production rates on coral reefs, which will impair reef growth potential, compromise their ecosystem functions, and ultimately lead to states of net reef erosion. However, quantitative data to support such assertions are limited, and linkages between the ecological state of reefs and their past and present geomorphic performance (in other words their growth potential) are unresolved. Using measures of gross and net carbonate production and erosion from 22 Caribbean coral reefs, we have recently shown that contemporary carbonate production rates are now substantially below those calculated for pre-disturbance and ‘healthy’ Caribbean reefs. On average, current production rates are less than 50% of pre-disturbance rates, and calculated accretion rates (mm yr-1) are also an order of magnitude lower within shallow water habitats compared to Holocene averages. A live coral cover threshold of around 10% is identified that is critical to maintaining positive production states. Below this ecological threshold many carbonate budgets become net negative and reef accretion stalls. Collectively, these data suggest that recent ecological declines are now propagating through the system to impact on the geomorphic performance of Caribbean reefs and will impair their future growth potential. However, an important constraint on more widespread reef structural decline can be identified in the form of significantly reduced abundances of reef eroding taxa and this, to some extent, is offsetting more dramatic impacts of coral cover loss. Overall, however, most Caribbean reefs appear to have vastly reduced capacity to keep up with rising sea levels, and thus those ecosystem functions most dependent on reef structures remain threatened.
Bio:
Chris Perry is a Professor in Physical Geography and Director of Research for Geography at the University of Exeter, UK. He is a coral reef geoscientist whose research is focused on improving understanding of the response of coral reefs and reef islands to environmental and climatic change. Key areas of current research are aimed at improving understanding of rates and styles of coral reef growth, with a specific focus on terrestrial sediment-influenced nearshore environments; on better understanding the timing of reef island development and on the sedimentary links between reefs and reef islands; and on quantifying rates of coral reef and marine carbonate production.

A Look at the LivingOceanFoundation's UnderwaterSurvey Methods
Using the M/YGoldenShadow as a research platform, research scientists implement standardized protocols to map, characterize, and evaluate coral reefs. The research involves comparing coral reefs across gradients of biodiversity, oceanographic conditions and human pressures to determine their status and major threats, and to identify key factors that enhance their health and resilience.
The LivingOceans Foundation looks at three main components when characterizing the health of a reef:
• We look at the fish (Fish Census);
• We look at what's on the bottom—that includes corals and other things (Benthic Survey); and
• We look at the corals (Belt Transect).
By learning how to conduct these types of surveys, you can make your own observations about aquatic resources near you. You may not live near a coral reef, but you can still use these methods to measure other important plants and animals that exist in habitats close to your home or school.

A Look at the LivingOceanFoundation's UnderwaterSurvey Methods
Using the M/YGoldenShadow as a research platform, research scientists implement standardized protocols to map, characterize, and evaluate coral reefs. The research involves comparing coral reefs across gradients of biodiversity, oceanographic conditions and human pressures to determine their status and major threats, and to identify key factors that enhance their health and resilience.
The LivingOceans Foundation looks at three main components when characterizing the health of a reef:
• We look at the fish (Fish Census);
• We look at what's on the bottom—that includes corals and other things (Benthic Survey); and
• We look at the corals (Belt Transect).
By learning how to conduct these types of surveys, you can make your own observations about aquatic resources near you. You may not live near a coral reef, but you can still use these methods to measure other important plants and animals that exist in habitats close to your home or school.

Identifying the sponge signature on coral reefs

Sponges can filter most of the water on coral reefs. Cara Fiore wants to find out how sponges influence the water chemistry on coral reefs, and how the bacteri...

Sponges can filter most of the water on coral reefs. Cara Fiore wants to find out how sponges influence the water chemistry on coral reefs, and how the bacteria that live inside sponges affect this chemistry. This film was created for Cara's crowd-funded project at Experiment.com
https://experiment.com/projects/how-do-sponges-influence-the-availability-of-nutrients-on-coral-reefs

Sponges can filter most of the water on coral reefs. Cara Fiore wants to find out how sponges influence the water chemistry on coral reefs, and how the bacteria that live inside sponges affect this chemistry. This film was created for Cara's crowd-funded project at Experiment.com
https://experiment.com/projects/how-do-sponges-influence-the-availability-of-nutrients-on-coral-reefs

Coral Reefs 101 | National Geographic

What are coral reefs? Coral can be found in tropical ocean waters around the world. But how much do you know about reefs and the tiny animals—polyps—that build them? Learn all about coral and why warming waters threaten the future of the reef ecosystem.
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Exploring the Coral Reef: Learn about Oceans for Kids - FreeSchool

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Come learn about the amazing creatures that inhabit the coral reefs and how to protect them! We'll see sharks and sea turtles, parrotfish, eels, octopus, clownfish, anemone and more in this fun, kid-friendly adventure full of facts about the coral reef. FreeSchool is great for kids!
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500 + Fish Identification Documentary by Pano4life

A few years ago I was stung by the "Diving" virus. I quickly became an instructor and over time I was able to accumulate more than 6000 dives mainly in Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines and Malaysia. During these dives, I noticed how fragile the ecosystems are. I came up with the idea of ​​filming everything I could for fear of not seeing it again one day. Of course I could not take my camera for each of these dives but I do it whenever I have the opportunity. Today I was able to identify and film in full HD 500 different underwater species. This documentary of 60 minutes retraces these different species with the scientific description and the Latin name of each species. My goal is to show the world how precious the oceans are and full of life that unfortunately the humanity is likely to endanger ... We sometimes forget that the oceans provide us with more than 60% of the oxygen we we need to live. Half of the photosynthesis and removal of carbon dioxide takes place in the oceans. Marine species play a key role in this regulation. It is therefore important to identify and protect them. Unfortunately for humans, this protection is not a priority. On the contrary, the human pressures on the oceans are increasing every day, the impact is irreversible! Through this documentary, I hope to be able to arouse interest on the various underwater species and their protection. I also say to myself that if our future generations also want to be able to contemplate the beauty of our planet, we have to act quickly! If we continue like this, our grandchildren will not even see a quarter of what you see in this documentary.
I would especially like to thank my gaming partner and my BuddyElisa Hassoun Romero as well as laurent Minsart for some macro shots in Lembeh, Indonesia. SpecialBig Up to all those who participated by loan or by far at this documentary, DiveGuide Local BoatCaptain, Local Cooks, Taxi Driver, etc ...
Pierre Bijloos
PANO4LIFE
Koh Tao, Thailand
More Info
IG: PANO4LIFE

Seminar title: Caribbean reef ecosystem decline: changing dynamics of coral reef carbonate production and implications for future reef growth potential
Seminar type: CoralCoE seminar series
Presented by: Chris PerryDate: Tuesday 8th of July 2014
Abstract:
Global-scale deteriorations in coral reef health have caused major shifts in species composition and are likely to be exacerbated by climate change. It has been suggested that one effect of these observed and projected ecological changes will be lower carbonate production rates on coral reefs, which will impair reef growth potential, compromise their ecosystem functions, and ultimately lead to states of net reef erosion. However, quantitative data to support such assertions are limited, and linkages between the ecological state of reefs and their past and present geomorphic performance (in other words their growth potential) are unresolved. Using measures of gross and net carbonate production and erosion from 22 Caribbean coral reefs, we have recently shown that contemporary carbonate production rates are now substantially below those calculated for pre-disturbance and ‘healthy’ Caribbean reefs. On average, current production rates are less than 50% of pre-disturbance rates, and calculated accretion rates (mm yr-1) are also an order of magnitude lower within shallow water habitats compared to Holocene averages. A live coral cover threshold of around 10% is identified that is critical to maintaining positive production states. Below this ecological threshold many carbonate budgets become net negative and reef accretion stalls. Collectively, these data suggest that recent ecological declines are now propagating through the system to impact on the geomorphic performance of Caribbean reefs and will impair their future growth potential. However, an important constraint on more widespread reef structural decline can be identified in the form of significantly reduced abundances of reef eroding taxa and this, to some extent, is offsetting more dramatic impacts of coral cover loss. Overall, however, most Caribbean reefs appear to have vastly reduced capacity to keep up with rising sea levels, and thus those ecosystem functions most dependent on reef structures remain threatened.
Bio:
Chris Perry is a Professor in Physical Geography and Director of Research for Geography at the University of Exeter, UK. He is a coral reef geoscientist whose research is focused on improving understanding of the response of coral reefs and reef islands to environmental and climatic change. Key areas of current research are aimed at improving understanding of rates and styles of coral reef growth, with a specific focus on terrestrial sediment-influenced nearshore environments; on better understanding the timing of reef island development and on the sedimentary links between reefs and reef islands; and on quantifying rates of coral reef and marine carbonate production.

How to Conduct a Coral Reef Survey

A Look at the LivingOceanFoundation's UnderwaterSurvey Methods
Using the M/YGoldenShadow as a research platform, research scientists implement standardized protocols to map, characterize, and evaluate coral reefs. The research involves comparing coral reefs across gradients of biodiversity, oceanographic conditions and human pressures to determine their status and major threats, and to identify key factors that enhance their health and resilience.
The LivingOceans Foundation looks at three main components when characterizing the health of a reef:
• We look at the fish (Fish Census);
• We look at what's on the bottom—that includes corals and other things (Benthic Survey); and
• We look at the corals (Belt Transect).
By learning how to conduct these types of surveys, you can make your own observations about aquatic resources near you. You may not live near a coral reef, but you can still use these methods to measure other important plants and animals that exist in habitats close to your home or school.

Identifying the sponge signature on coral reefs

Sponges can filter most of the water on coral reefs. Cara Fiore wants to find out how sponges influence the water chemistry on coral reefs, and how the bacteria that live inside sponges affect this chemistry. This film was created for Cara's crowd-funded project at Experiment.com
https://experiment.com/projects/how-do-sponges-influence-the-availability-of-nutrients-on-coral-reefs

Coral reef

Coral reefs are diverse underwater ecosystems held together by calcium carbonate structures secreted by corals. Coral reefs are built by colonies of tiny animals found in marine waters that contain few nutrients. Most coral reefs are built from stony corals, which in turn consist of polyps that cluster in groups. The polyps belong to a group of animals known as Cnidaria, which also includes sea anemones and jellyfish. Unlike sea anemones, corals secrete hard carbonate exoskeletons which support and protect the coral polyps. Most reefs grow best in warm, shallow, clear, sunny and agitated waters.

Often called "rainforests of the sea", shallow coral reefs form some of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth. They occupy less than 0.1% of the world's ocean surface, about half the area of France, yet they provide a home for at least 25% of all marine species, including fish, mollusks, worms, crustaceans, echinoderms, sponges, tunicates and other cnidarians.Paradoxically, coral reefs flourish even though they are surrounded by ocean waters that provide few nutrients. They are most commonly found at shallow depths in tropical waters, but deep water and cold water corals also exist on smaller scales in other areas.